Cusino Lake State Forest Campground

LAT 46.459423 LONG -86.260695

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(6) $20

Situated on the shore of Cusino Lake, this rustic campground offers great opportunities for paddle sports and fishing. Located in Schoolcraft County, 24 miles northeast of Shingleton.

This campground is managed by Indian Lake State Park.

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This rustic campground is located on Cusino Lake, a 140-acre lake known for muskie and perch fishing. All six sites are on the lake and offer direct water access for paddling or swimming. Trail 8 is accessible from the campground. The campground is secluded, quaint and fewer than 10 miles from Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore.

There are six sites for tent and small trailer use. Camping is limited to a 15-day maximum stay. Amenities include vault toilets and potable water from a hand-pump well. The campground is located 24 miles northeast of Shingleton via H-15, H-58 and Russ Lake Road.Sites available on a first-come, first-serve basis. No reservations.

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Activities (Display as List)

Fishing Item is accessible.
Fishing: Muskie, perch and largemouth bass are caught in Cusino Lake. Nearby fishing opportunities include Canoe Lake (two miles west) and Gemini Lake (three miles northwest).
Hunting Item is accessible.
Hunting: This campground provides access to state land open to hunting. Firearm hunting is not allowed within 450 feet of an occupied dwelling. Learn more about hunting.
ORV Trails/Routes Item is accessible.
ORV Trails/Routes: Trail 8 can be accessed from the campground via county roads.
Paddlesports Item is accessible.
Paddlesports: Explore Cusino Lake from the campground. Carry-in access is located at each campsite.
Snowmobiling Item is accessible.
Snowmobiling
Winter Camping Item is accessible.
Winter Camping: This rustic campground is open all year; however, the campground and seasonal roads are not plowed.

Facilities (Display as List)

Rustic Site Item is accessible.
Rustic Site
Vault Toilet Item is accessible.
Vault Toilet
Water Access Item is accessible.
Water Access: This rustic campground is located on Cusino Lake.